The episode opens with Anushka confronting Malishka, declaring that no matter what Malishka does, she will never surpass Lakshmi. Malishka retorts by telling Anushka to stay within her boundaries. Anushka boldly responds that it will be Rishi who shows Malishka her place and confesses her desire for someone like Rishi in her life. Just then, Shalu steps on Anushka’s foot and makes a quick escape, prompting Ayush to order Shalu to leave at once.
Meanwhile, Neel seizes a gun from the police and fires it into the air, announcing that no one is permitted to leave. He then orders Shalu to return. Anushka seizes the opportunity to take Shalu hostage again, mocking Ayush and questioning whether he believes he’ll have a happy life with Shalu. She insists that she will not allow this to happen, to which Ayush warns her that he will kill her if she harms Shalu, earning a mocking response from Anushka.
Anushka begins to list the grievances she holds against everyone in the house, specifically targeting Neelam and claiming she misjudges her authority over the family.
Lakshmi steps in, reminding Anushka that Neelam is the elder and that her intervention comes not just from Anushka’s past ties with the family but out of respect. Anushka retorts, questioning Lakshmi’s involvement in her conversation with Neelam. Lakshmi states that if Anushka wishes to oppose Neelam, she must first contend with the entire family and insists that Neel release Shalu. Neel threatens Lakshmi not to approach and fires the gun once more into the air.
In response to the gunfire, Harleen, Aanchal, and Rano decide to investigate the situation. Aanchal, however, locks Harleen and Rano in a room, cautioning Harleen that if Neelam discovers she put her in danger, she will be livid. Aanchal insists that Harleen stay put as she goes to check on the chaos.
Neel warns that while he shot into the air this time, he won’t hesitate to harm Shalu next. He commands Lakshmi to retreat, and Lakshmi reassures Shalu to stay calm, promising her support.
Anushka questions Neel about his hesitation to shoot Shalu, blaming Shalu for all his troubles. She then insults Shalu and threatens her life.
Ayush intervenes, pleading with Anushka not to follow through with her threats. Anushka retaliates by reminding Ayush of his past treatment of her and his lingering feelings for Shalu, insisting he apply sindoor to her hairline. Ayush refuses steadfastly.
Neel attempts to intervene once more, but Anushka tells him to stay out of it, clarifying that she only values their relationship in terms of finances. She insists again that Ayush apply sindoor, but he remains resolute in his denial.
In a fit of rage, Anushka blames Shalu for Ayush’s refusal and tries to stab her instead. However, Ayush steps in just in time to pull Shalu away, leading to Anushka accidentally stabbing Ayush instead.
Meanwhile, Harleen and Rano express their frustration about being locked in, leading Harleen to suggest that Rano escape through the bathroom window and return to help her out.
The Oberoi family is thrown into panic over Ayush’s injury, but he reassures them that he’s okay. Shalu, filled with anger, attempts to confront Anushka, but Lakshmi holds her back. Ayush reassures everyone again that he is not seriously hurt and confronts Anushka, confessing that he always thought about Shalu during their time together. He stresses that their marriage lacked true depth, reminding her that he had previously told her he could never love her fully because his heart belongs to Shalu.
The episode concludes with this tense exchange, setting the stage for further confrontations.